Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Bay Islands Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
34
34 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
159
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Bay Islands Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Bay Islands Golf Club, identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.
Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.
Skill Distribution
Handicap Performance Insights
The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Bay Islands Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row
Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Chip | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short irons (9,8) | Quadrants
Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short irons (9,8) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Bay Islands Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@bayislandsgolfclub.com.au
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Facilities
Location
2 Gordon Rd, MacLeay Island QLD 4184, Australia
Course Description
Bay Islands Golf Club is a golf club located on Macleay Island, Queensland, Australia. It offers a 9-hole golf course, golf events, and social activities. The club has four active golfing categories: Women's Golf, Men's Golf, Junior Golf, and Veteran's Golf. Membership fees are available for ordinary, country, junior, and social members.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
66
Type
Parkland
Opened
1989
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Bay Islands Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for 41101, USGA, Red, Women
41101, USGA, Blue, Men Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.7 · BR 41.3 · Slope 103
Back Nine · CR 31.7 · BR 41.2 · Slope 102
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 66 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 315 | 309 | 333 | 183 | 153 | 148 | 440 | 152 | 338 | 2371 | 315 | 309 | 333 | 183 | 153 | 148 | 440 | 152 | 338 | 2371 | 4742 |
41101, USGA, Red, Men Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.7 · BR 40.7 · Slope 97
Back Nine · CR 31.7 · BR 40.6 · Slope 96
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 66 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 272 | 285 | 328 | 175 | 143 | 143 | 430 | 134 | 332 | 2242 | 272 | 285 | 328 | 175 | 143 | 143 | 430 | 134 | 332 | 2242 | 4484 |
41101, USGA, White, Men Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.0 · BR 39.6 · Slope 93
Back Nine · CR 30.7 · BR 40.0 · Slope 100
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 64 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 278 | 299 | 328 | 183 | 148 | 143 | 283 | 142 | 332 | 2136 | 277 | 299 | 328 | 142 | 148 | 143 | 283 | 183 | 332 | 2135 | 4271 |
41101, USGA, Red, Women Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 46.1 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 46.0 · Slope 107
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 66 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 272 | 285 | 328 | 175 | 143 | 143 | 430 | 134 | 332 | 2242 | 272 | 285 | 328 | 175 | 143 | 143 | 430 | 134 | 332 | 2242 | 4484 |
41101, USGA, White, Women Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 46.6 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 45.0 · Slope 101
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 66 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 278 | 299 | 328 | 183 | 148 | 143 | 437 | 142 | 332 | 2290 | 319 | 299 | 328 | 133 | 148 | 143 | 320 | 152 | 332 | 2174 | 4464 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Bay Islands Golf Club
We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.
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Showing 34 Programs
% match to course practice profileStop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedImprove accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Bay Islands Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Bay Islands Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedFocus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fade or draw wedges, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Advantage from tee, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on the target line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set a target, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedHit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Set sights, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Bay Islands Golf Club
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Bay Islands Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Bay Islands Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Bay Islands Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Bay Islands Golf Club presents a demanding test. The 103.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 63.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 66.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Bay Islands Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4506 yards. The back tees extend to 4742.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Bay Islands Golf Club?
With a course rating of 63.4 and par 66, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 66 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Bay Islands Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 4742.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Bay Islands Golf Club and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.
What features make Bay Islands Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 103.0 and yardage reaching 4742.0 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
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